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Over-the-counter deer firearm permit sales begin on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Due to recent software updates beyond IDNR’s control, some vendors may have limited availability to print permits and licenses. IDNR is working closely with the license system provider to quickly address the issue for those vendors. To locate unaffected vendors, use the agent locator at https://www.exploremoreil.com/agentlocator.

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Park specific permits

  • Activity Permits - is for groups of 20 or more, or individuals, who want to conduct a special activity at any IDNR-owned, -managed, or -leased site.
  • Filming Questionnaire - is required in addition to the Activity Permit for any filming activity which is used for commercial, publication, or advertisement.  (This does not apply to visitors taking pictures or videotaping for private use.)
  • Permit to Sell - is required for individuals, groups or entities which charge fees to participants, provide items for sale, or otherwise collect money or items as part of an event at any IDNR managed site.
  • Permit to Scatter Remains - is required for anyone wanting to scatter cremated human remains on any IDNR-owned, -managed, or -leased sites.
  • Metal Detecting Permit - is required for conducting metal detecting activities on IDNR-owned, -managed, or -leased sites.